About CoimbraThe historic city of Coimbra is based in central Portugal. Coimbra is a romantic city that holds a special place in the heart of the Portuguese. Coimbra is rich in history with the oldest University in the country founded in 1290.
Coimbra has so much to be discovered, filled with medieval churches, white washed houses and endless winding streets that lead to an array of fine cafe's and local cuisine. The area of Se Velha in Coimbra is where you will find the hustle and bustle with lots of appealing shops down narrow streets and bars filled with welcoming locals and students.
Travel Junky Top TipIt is worth a visit to the New Cathedral of Coimbra (17th century) and the Machado de Castro Museum, the second most important one in Portugal, housed in the former Palace of the Bishops. The city also houses the University of Coimbra General Library, Portuguese second biggest library, after the National Library in Lisbon, and the Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra from the 18th century.
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